Marshall County Property Taxes

Marshall County, Illinois

Effective Tax Rate

0.00%

1.4% below state avg

Median Annual Tax

$0

$229/mo escrow

#70 of 102 counties in Illinois

Estimate Your Tax

$
$50K$2M

Annual Tax

$0

Monthly

$0

Eff. Rate

1.99%

vs. Illinois Avg1.4% below
vs. National Avg2% above

At a Glance

Median Home Value

$137,800

State avg $146,132

Tax w/ Mortgage/yr

$2,791

$233/mo escrow

Tax w/o Mortgage/yr

$2,670

$223/mo

State Tax Rate Rank

#70

of 102 counties (1 = lowest)

Data Story

About Property Taxes in Marshall County, Illinois

Marshall County taxes exceed national median

Marshall County's effective tax rate of 1.991% surpasses the national median of 1.728%, ranking it in the 61st percentile nationally. The median property tax of $2,743 nearly matches the national median of $2,690, even though homes here are substantially less expensive at $137,800 versus the national median of $281,900.

Marshall ranks well above Illinois average

At 1.991%, Marshall County's effective tax rate ranks among the highest in Illinois, exceeding the state average of 1.831% by 0.16 percentage points. The median property tax of $2,743 is 1.4% higher than the state median of $2,782.

Highest-taxed county in the region

Marshall County's 1.991% rate is the highest among its neighbors—notably above Madison County (1.925%) and significantly above Marion County (1.707%). This elevated rate reflects concentrated local service demands in this small central Illinois county.

Budget $2,743 for annual property tax

On Marshall County's median home value of $137,800 and effective rate of 1.991%, residents pay approximately $2,743 in annual property taxes. With mortgage-related fees, this obligation can reach $2,791.

Challenge your assessment value

Marshall County's elevated tax rate makes assessment accuracy especially important for homeowners seeking relief. Contact the Marshall County Assessor about requesting a reassessment or appeal—correcting even small overvaluations can yield meaningful savings.

How Marshall County Compares

Median Annual Property Tax

Marshall County$2,743
Illinois State Average$2,782
National Average$1,924

Marshall County

1.99%

Effective rate

Illinois Avg

1.90%

Effective rate

National Avg

0.91%

Effective rate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the property tax rate in Marshall County, Illinois?
The effective property tax rate in Marshall County, Illinois is 1.99%. This rate is calculated by dividing the median property tax payment by the median home value in the county.
How much are property taxes in Marshall County?
The median annual property tax payment in Marshall County is $2,743. Homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $2,791, while those without a mortgage pay $2,670.
How does Marshall County compare to the Illinois average?
Marshall County's effective tax rate of 1.99% is higher than the Illinois state average of 1.90%. The median annual property tax in Marshall County is $2,743, compared to the state average of $2,782.
What is the median home value in Marshall County, Illinois?
The median home value in Marshall County, Illinois is $137,800, according to U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates.
Why is Marshall County property tax rate higher than the Illinois average?
Marshall County's effective property tax rate of 1.99% is higher than the Illinois average of 1.90%. This difference of 0.09% can be attributed to local funding needs for schools, infrastructure, and municipal services. Higher rates often correlate with more urbanized areas or counties with greater public service demands.
How does Marshall County rank for property taxes in Illinois?
Marshall County ranks #70 out of 102 counties in Illinois by effective property tax rate (1 = lowest). With a rate of 1.99% and median annual tax of $2,743, it falls in the upper third of counties statewide.

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Data updated: March 2026

Data from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. Effective tax rate is calculated as median property tax divided by median home value.